Shimano Tekota 501HG with Line Counter

Tekota's legacy of durability and performance continues with the fully redesigned Tekota A lineup of reels. Shimano engineers overhauled the legendary Tekota to enhance the overall performance and durability of these battle-tested reels with improved gear strength and faster line retrieval. The Tekota A lineup now features CoreProtect for increased corrosion protection and a Cross Carbon Drag for increased stopping power when targeting hard-fighting fish. Built upon a HAGANE Body for increased durability and reeling performance, Tekota A models feature a loud clicker and ergonomic S-Compact Body design for enhanced in-hand comfort. For 2022, Shimano adds to the previously redesigned 500 and 600-size Tekota A reels with an all-new 800 size for increased line capacity and stopping power.

Technologies

CoreProtect

• Specifications

  Item code	Mono Line Capacity (#Test/yd)	Weight (oz)	Bearings	Gear Ratio	Retrieve Per Crank (in)	PowerPro Braid (lb/yds)	Max Drag (lb)
  TEK500HGA	12/440, 14/340, 16/285	15.5	3+1	6.3:1	38	40/390, 50/330, 65/240	24
  TEK500HGLCA	12/440, 14/340, 16/285	16.4	3+1	6.3:1	38	40/390, 50/330, 65/240	24
  TEK501HGA	12/440, 14/340, 16/285	15.5	3+1	6.3:1	38	40/390, 50/330, 65/240	24
  TEK501HGLCA	12/440, 14/340, 16/285	16.2	3+1	6.3:1	38	40/390, 50/330, 65/240	24
  TEK600HGA	16/390, 20/300, 25/240	16.4	3+1	6.3:1	38	40/540, 50/460, 65/330	24
  TEK600HGLCA	16/390, 20/300, 25/240	17.1	3+1	6.3:1	38	40/540, 50/460, 65/330	24
  TEK601HGA	16/390, 20/300, 25/240	16.4	3+1	6.3:1	38	40/540, 50/460, 65/330	24
  TEK601HGLCA	16/390, 20/300, 25/240	17.1	3+1	6.3:1	38	40/540, 50/460, 65/330	24